Quality & Dam Safety Systems Officer

Are you passionate about ensuring effective quality and compliance and fostering a culture of innovation within Cairns Regional Council? We are now seeking a dynamic individual to fill the role of Quality & Dam Safety Systems Officer.

The key responsibilities of this role are:

• Integrating systems of quality, dam safety and compliance targets within Cairns Regional Council.
• Provide oversight of the Referable Dam Safety Management System, promote an innovation to system information whilst ensuring compliance with Dam Safety Conditions.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and incident response.
• Develop and implement quality management procedures and continuous improvement strategies.
• Provide technical support and advice across the Council.
• Facilitate training and promote a culture of quality and safety.

Our Ideal Candidate will have:

Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and/or extensive experience in Quality Systems.

Skills:

o Strong understanding of quality management standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 31000, ISO 55000)

o Excellent communication and analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft tools.
o Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in quality and compliance systems including management

frameworks, ensuring corporate compliance and best practices.
o Strong analytical skills to analyse data, identify recurring themes and trends, and provide

recommendations for continuous improvement.
o Capable of implementing developmental strategies to enhance capability and capacity in Quality Management and Referable Dam Safety Programs for the future.

Attributes: ability to work independently and as part of a team, customer-focused, and adept at building relationships, Proven experience in liaising with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, handling compliance matters with tact and discretion.

If you are a proactive leader with a passion for quality, compliance and water, we want you on our team!

Some benefits we offer:

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
• Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks personal leave

Secure your future with up to 12% superannuation

• Salary sacrifice opportunities
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
• Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

We are committed to:

• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
• Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
Phone: (07) 4044 3310
Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au
Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council